On-Line Ink Estimation

Choose 'standard' unless cell volumes are high or low as compared to suppliers recommendations for solid, tone print etc.

Enter digits from 1 to 100 for percentage coverage of the specific ink or varnish

Enter run length in metres from 1 upwards.

Enter width of substrate web as a factor of a metre e.g. 0.25, 1.80 etc.

Select choices from the options for application, substrate, ink type and film weight. Enter numerical details for web width as a factor of a metre e.g. 0.75, 1.28 etc. and enter percentage coverage & run length. To avoid missing 'mouse-over' information do not 'tab' between boxes. Click submit for on-line calculation. The answer is given to the nearest whole Kg, hence a figure of "0" will arise for parameters that calculate a value below 0.5Kg. Don't forget to add the amount needed to fill the duct!
Application	Substrate	Ink Type	Film Weight Film Weight

Substrate Web Width	Percentage Coverage	Run Length in Metres



For your chosen parameters the ink estimate is Kg. To this figure also add the required amount of diluents to reduce the neat ink to print viscosity and press ready ink to fill ducts and reservoirs etc. Sun Chemical provide this service based on market experience of ink consumption data. As market trends change and new knowledge is gained we will modify the ink estimation program. As there are many factors outside of our control concerning ink consumption e.g. excessive transfer on highly absorbent substrates, excessive or low ink metering etc. Sun Chemical can not guarantee accuracy.